I'm by no means an expert on draft value and the workings of the NFL salary cap, so I'm interested in everyone's opinion.
The Browns window for contention is open now. My thought being, lets load up on talent to help us win in the next couple years. What are the chances, value, and implications of trying to buy a late first or second rounder using future picks?
For example, there are a few teams (notably NO, PHI, ATL, GB, HOU, LAR, etc. **) that are in cap hell and may (?) be interested in punting picks into the future. Would you be willing to trade a future 1st or 2nd for a 1st or 2nd now if there is a guy we love that falls to the right spot?
What is the general cost? Would a late first this year cost just a 1st next year? If so, I'd probably make that move hoping we're trading a late first for a late first.
** Don't quote me on these team's salary cap situation, I have no idea how this shit works. I'm just reading that they're all way above the cap.